Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Explore the effects of medium-chain triglyceride oil on certain diseases and health conditions, from weight management and blood sugar regulation to digestive health and cognitive function.
Written by Alexa Heathorn, MS, CNS-c, Science Writer. Daily supplementation of 2 g of softgel spirulina for 8 weeks significantly improved sleep quality, reduced sleep latency, and enhanced mental health in adults with mild to moderate depression.
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers observed a significant improvement in dialysis symptom index (P <0.001) and anxiety (P <0.01) in the intervention group.
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. After 12 weeks, researchers observed a significant change in social reciprocity among participants in the intervention group (P = 0.01).
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. The effect of monk fruit extract on glucose metabolism showed a significant decrease in the AUC of insulin (18% decrease, P <0.05) and glucose (22% decrease, P <0.05) in two clinical trials.
Written by Alexa Heathorn, MS, CNS-c. Daily supplementation of 200 mg of hydroponically grown red Panax ginseng for three weeks significantly reduced perceived stress and negative emotional states, while increasing focus, mental clarity, and memory in adults experiencing moderate stress.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Study findings indicate omega-3 supplementation improved characteristics of autism, including stereotyped behaviors and social communication.
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Olive leaf extract was shown to reduce pain and improve physical functioning in older patients with knee osteoarthritis, offering a complementary option for osteoarthritis.
Written by Alexa Heathorn, MS, CNS-c. Daily supplementation of 20 μg of vitamin D3 during extended winter effectively reduced the number of sick days from ARTI and fever in children aged 6-8 years old.
Written by Keely Puchalski, ND. Results from this study suggest that broad-spectrum polyphenols may enhance memory and attention in healthy young adults, alongside favorable increases in peripheral BDNF and CREB – two brain proteins involved in neuroplasticity, learning, and cognitive performance.
